"So, finally... my first contract with a spirit," Broken sighed, the sunlight reflecting off his black hair and illuminating his bright blue eyes.

Immortal Legacy was a virtual reality game where time was three times faster than in real life. Imagine living longer in the game than you could ever in the real world!

He enjoyed the game but could only play for one hour each day in the real world and couldn't keep up with other players who had more time to level up.

Broken approached the temple entrance, his heart pounding in his chest.

"Let's see what this quest has in store for me," he muttered.

With a firm push, the grand doors creaked open, revealing the shadowy interior within. In the center of the room stood an ancient altar adorned with mysterious symbols and artifacts.

"Welcome, traveler," a voice echoed through the chamber.

"Who... who are you?"

"I am the Guardian of the Temple. You have come to make a contract with a spirit, have you not?"

"Yes, I am ready."

"Very well," the Guardian said. "Approach the altar and place your hand upon it."

Broken did as instructed, and once his hand touched the ancient altar stone, he felt a surge of energy coursing through him and soon the symbols on it began to glow before a swirling mist enveloped the room.

"This journey can only be undertaken once every month. Failure to form a contract will reduce your chances of success in future attempts."

The next moment, a surge of unfamiliar energy enveloped him, whisking him through dimensions until he arrived in a realm ensconced in clouds.

He found himself in a breathtaking expanse where small islands floated amidst the sky. Some teemed with verdant foliage and towering trees, others were cloaked in a pristine layer of snow, and still others showcased volcanic peaks.

Rooted to his spot, Broken watched in awe as a kaleidoscope of glowing, multicolored orbs danced around him.

"So, this is the appearance of spirits to those who have yet to form a contract," he mused silently.

The realm was teeming with spirits of every shape and size, each bringing its own set of unique abilities and perks for the players. Some spirits could bestow elemental powers and special skills, while others could manifest as spirit beasts, ready to fight alongside the players in battle.

Forming a contract with a spirit was more than just a power boost; it laid the foundation for future growth. This initial bond was crucial, opening up opportunities for high-level players to enhance their abilities even further. Securing a spirit contract was a major milestone, and every newcomer in Immortal Legacy set their sights on achieving it.

"I like him," a voice resonated around him.

The surrounding spirits shimmered.

"He's quite handsome."

"He harbors immense potential for the future."

"I can't let this opportunity slip by."

"It is I who deserves to stand by his side."

[Faith, an Epic-grade Spirit of Light, is offering you a contract.]

[..]

[Tansy, a Rare-grade Spirit of Power, is extending you an offer.]

Notifications flooded Broken's vision, signaling the spirits eagerness to form a contract with him. However, he could only form a contract with one spirit, so he had to be careful with this decision.

"Broken, please accept my contract..."

The game classified spirits in a hierarchy starting from the lowest—Common, progressing through Rare, Elite, Epic, Unique, Legend, and so on. Therefore, being presented with an offer from an Epic-grade spirit was a stroke of remarkable fortune, as only a few places had access to spirits of such caliber.

"Seven contract offers at the same time? Is this a common occurrence, or am I experiencing something truly extraordinary?" he couldn't help but wonder.

His warrior class, coupled with a fire affinity, naturally inclined him towards spirits that were aligned with fire. Yet, the proposition from an Epic-grade spirit of Light intrigued him. This left him mulling over how a Light element spirit would mesh with his fire-based abilities, considering the potential impact on his class and existing skills.